#4682024 rank
1918peak year
891,551babies named Frank since 1880
▼ 15%5-year trend
Frank popularity over 145 years
⭐ Sweet spot — known but not everywhere · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Frank mean?
A short form of Francis, from Latin Franciscus, 'a Frank,' the Germanic tribe whose name is linked to the sense 'free.' A blunt, friendly vintage staple.
OriginEnglish
Syllables1
Genderboy
Styleclassic, vintage
Names like Frank
Same era, same vibe — if you like Frank, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Franks
- Frank Sinatra, singer
- Frank Lloyd Wright, architect
Spellings & variants
FrankieFrancis
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